Residing within a structure that also serves as a permanent residence, the Q-Pot Hair Salon in Taiwan’s Kaohsiung City is a stunning space that fuses the atmosphere of a contemporary art gallery with a chic industrial salon. Retrofitted with vintage fixtures and pipes, the salon designed by studio HAO Design boasts a design theme that ranges from aviation-inspired to vintage to that of a boxing ring.
The unique space is an example of how a salon can think outside of the box and challenge what consumers are expecting out of the experience, both out of the service and the environment.
This industrial-inspired hair salon is characterized by its colorful antiques, storey-spanning decorative curtains and mismatched furniture that combine for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Industrial Interiors
- Designing spaces with an industrial aesthetic can create a unique and unexpected experience for customers in industries beyond salons.
- Retrofitted Design
- Retrofitted design can add character and visual interest to a business space, potentially setting it apart from competitors.
- Fantastical Themes
- Incorporating fantastical themes into a business space can provide customers with an immersive and memorable experience.
Where This Applies
- Retail
- Retail businesses can benefit from incorporating unconventional designs into their spaces to create meaningful and unique experiences for their customers.
- Hospitality
- Creating a striking and unconventional space in the hospitality industry can provide guests with a memorable and immersive experience that sets the business apart.
- Entertainment
- Entertainment spaces can benefit from designing with fantastical themes to transport customers to another world and provide an unforgettable experience.
